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Tayrona by sailboat
The beach/water was amazing and a nice smooth boat road with all safety precautions was in place! Definitely snorkel to get the most out of the experience. They provided snacks, fruit, beverages and a good lunch.
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Price from
- $55 / person
- Location
- Santa Marta, Colombia
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 117 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 26
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Nicolas Giraldo
- Meeting point
- Marina Santa Marta 9:30 am at CHARTER DOCK located at the end of the restaurants.
Description
Charter Dock at 9:30 AM. Ask for boat SONATA. We depart at 10:00 AM — we cannot wait past 9:50 AM. Sonata is a magnificent 58ft cutter-rigged ketch, built in 1979 in Taipei, Taiwan, with a capacity of 26 guests. The Journey We'll motor upwind toward Bahía Concha in Tayrona National Park, passing at a distance by Taganga, Playa Grande, and Aguja Island. Once anchored, our auxiliary boat will shuttle you ashore — or simply swim in! At the Beach Snorkeling, SUP boarding, and sunbathing. On Board Lunch and one drink per person will be served approximately 1 hour after arrival. Return At 3:30 PM, everyone boards for the sail back (wind permitting). We arrive 4:30-5:00 pm Weather & Park Closures If maritime authorities restrict access to Tayrona, we'll visit nearby bays. No refund in this case. If all navigation is restricted: Full refund. Tayrona Park closes Feb 1–15 | Jun 1–15 | Oct 19–Nov 2. During these dates, we visit nearby bays instead NO OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS ALLOWED IN MARINA
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $55
- Child (ages 3–13)
- $45
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona
We will sail to a Tayrona Beach and anchor where we will enjoy where the mountains meet the ocean. We have Kayak, SUP Board and snorkelling activities included. One beer is included and lunch and additional drinks are available for purchase
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Grilled fish with rice, salad and plantains
Fruit
All Fees and Taxes
1 Beer included
Restroom on board
Not included
Beach chairs. Around 2$ usd
WIFI Available for 3 usd (15,000 COP)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
117 reviews
How it compares in Santa Marta
- No. 10 by number of reviews among 292 tours in Santa Marta
- Starting price $55 is 40% below the typical $91 for tours of similar length in Santa Marta
Excurgo comparison of 292 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip take?
Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip cost?
Prices start at $55 per person for this Santa Marta experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
How much does Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip cost for children?
Children aged 3–13 pay from $45, adults from $55.
Can I cancel Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Marina Santa Marta 9:30 am at CHARTER DOCK located at the end of the restaurants. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 26 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Tayrona Sailing Sailboat trip worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 117 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Nicolas Giraldo.
Reviews(117)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
9
Beach, boat and great lunch
Absolutely wonderful experience. The crew were so friendly, the beach was absolutely stunning and the lunch was delicious. Well worth doing. Really enjoyed to trip out and back but can be bumpy so be warned if you get seasick easily. Wasn't a problem for us and was great to experience Tayrona by sea.
K
Great beach
Beautiful trip. Well worth spending a full day in there.
F
Excellent
Excellent experience, the boat was very comfortable and quiet. On board they gave us drinks, fruit, and the lunch at the square was delicious. The staff was very friendly. Highly recommended
R
Excellent trip
The trip was very fun, the beaches of Tayrona are clean and without many people; mind you, I would not recommend this trip if you get seasick easily, as it is a sailboat, you will feel the movement of the waves more than other boats and it is a little slower than a motorboat, but that is part of the trip; what I enjoyed most was the trip on the sailboat.
E
Nick and his crew were fantastic!
The crew is very experienced. We had some rough seas getting our snorkel spot. They handled the schooner with expert care. The lunch they prepared on board was absolutely delicious. I would highly recommend this experience!
F
Don’t forget your sun...
Don’t forget your sun protections !! Very nice crew - could have drunk more than just a cup of Coca Cola for the whole day…be prepared to eat your lunch on the beach/sand
S
The weather is unpredictable...
The weather is unpredictable in June. Plan it according to the closure of Tayrona Park. THE CREW WAS VERY FRIENDLY, WITH CLEAR EXPLANATIONS AND SUPPORTIVE.
B
Avoid working with this company if you don’t want to get ripped off.
I would strongly recommend thinking twice before booking with this sailing service. I paid in full for a trip that never happened. They pointed to their refund policy to justify keeping half the payment, but that doesn’t reflect how the situation was actually handled. Their worker told me I could reschedule, then stopped responding completely. After waiting with no reply, I had to book with another operator. Only after that did the owner step in—first trying to claim I was unresponsive (which isn’t true), and then using the policy to justify keeping half the money. The issue isn’t the policy—it’s how they handled the situation. Poor communication put me in a position where I had to make other plans and still lost money. There are better, more reliable operators in Santa Marta.
Operator response
First and most importantly, the tour did take place as scheduled. This was not a case of a trip being canceled or “not happening” — the experience operated normally with other guests who attended. You were offered the option to reschedule; however, rescheduling is never automatic and must be confirmed based on availability and done 24 hour before starting time as stated in cancellation policy. You contacted us 6am same day of tour. As a small operation with limited capacity and fixed departure times, we cannot guarantee last-minute changes or hold spaces without confirmation. Regarding communication, while we always aim to respond promptly, there can be short delays while our team is actively running trips at sea. There was no intention to stop responding, but we acknowledge that timing may not have aligned with your expectations. It’s also important to explain why our policies are in place. When a booking is made, that space is reserved exclusively. If guests were able to freely cancel or reschedule within 24 hours of departure, those spots would almost always go empty, as they cannot be filled on short notice. This would make it impossible to operate trips sustainably. For this reason, our policies — which are clearly agreed to at the time of booking — are standard across the industry. Since the tour operated and your reserved space could not be resold, the booking remained subject to those terms when you chose to make alternative arrangements before a reschedule was confirmed. We understand the frustration, but we want to be clear that this was not a case of a service not being provided — rather, it was a missed departure, and the situation was handled in accordance with the agreed policy.
E
Kind crew, beautiful...
Kind crew, beautiful views and beach, delicious lunch. Overall lovely experience, would definitely book again
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